{"id":160131,"date":"2022-09-06T12:22:36","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T12:22:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/"},"modified":"2022-09-07T09:50:30","modified_gmt":"2022-09-07T09:50:30","slug":"can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/","title":{"rendered":"Can an aggressive puppy be cured?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Can_an_aggressive_puppy_be_cured\" title=\"Can an aggressive puppy be cured?\">Can an aggressive puppy be cured?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#What_do_you_do_with_an_aggressive_puppy\" title=\"What do you do with an aggressive puppy?\">What do you do with an aggressive puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#What_are_signs_of_aggression_in_puppies\" title=\"What are signs of aggression in puppies?\">What are signs of aggression in puppies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Why_is_my_puppy_extremely_aggressive\" title=\"Why is my puppy extremely aggressive?\">Why is my puppy extremely aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#How_do_I_fix_my_aggressive_puppy\" title=\"How do I fix my aggressive puppy?\">How do I fix my aggressive puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#How_do_you_correct_an_aggressive_dog\" title=\"How do you correct an aggressive dog?\">How do you correct an aggressive dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Can_you_fix_an_aggressive_puppy\" title=\"Can you fix an aggressive puppy?\">Can you fix an aggressive puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Do_puppies_grow_out_of_aggression\" title=\"Do puppies grow out of aggression?\">Do puppies grow out of aggression?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Why_is_my_puppy_so_aggressive\" title=\"Why is my puppy so aggressive?\">Why is my puppy so aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#How_do_you_deal_with_an_aggressive_puppy\" title=\"How do you deal with an aggressive puppy?\">How do you deal with an aggressive puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#At_what_age_does_a_puppy_become_aggressive\" title=\"At what age does a puppy become aggressive?\">At what age does a puppy become aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#What_causes_sudden_aggression_in_puppies\" title=\"What causes sudden aggression in puppies?\">What causes sudden aggression in puppies?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#Is_it_normal_for_a_puppy_to_be_very_aggressive\" title=\"Is it normal for a puppy to be very aggressive?\">Is it normal for a puppy to be very aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_too_aggressive\" title=\"What do I do if my puppy is too aggressive?\">What do I do if my puppy is too aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured\/#When_should_I_worry_about_puppy_aggression\" title=\"When should I worry about puppy aggression?\">When should I worry about puppy aggression?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_aggressive_puppy_be_cured\"><\/span>Can an aggressive puppy be cured?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to keep in mind that <b>there is no such thing as a cure for aggression. Aggressive behaviors are managed and reduced through proper treatment with a veterinary behavioral professional. It&#8217;s also essential to understand that aggression is a behavioral problem, not an issue of obedience.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/best-answer-can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-trained\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can an aggressive puppy be trained?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_you_do_with_an_aggressive_puppy\"><\/span>What do you do with an aggressive puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Interrupt aggressive puppy biting and growling by standing up and walking away or removing your pooch to her resting area (crate or playpen). Learn how to stop aggressive puppy bitinginterrupt and redirect his attention to an appropriate chew toy any time he bites at your hands during play or petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EtnCtHrdqws\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_signs_of_aggression_in_puppies\"><\/span>What are signs of aggression in puppies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The most common aggressive puppy behaviour warning signs include snarling, growling, mounting, snapping, nipping, lip curling, lunging, dominant body language\/play, challenging stance, dead-eye stare, aggressive barking, possessiveness, and persistent biting\/mouthing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_extremely_aggressive\"><\/span>Why is my puppy extremely aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are multiple reasons that a dog may exhibit aggression toward family members. The most common causes include <b>conflict aggression, fear-based, defensive aggression, status related aggression, possessive aggression, food guarding aggression and redirected aggression<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_fix_my_aggressive_puppy\"><\/span>How do I fix my aggressive puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Interrupt aggressive puppy biting and growling by standing up and walking away or removing your pooch to her resting area (crate or playpen). Learn how to stop aggressive puppy bitinginterrupt and redirect his attention to an appropriate chew toy any time he bites at your hands during play or petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_correct_an_aggressive_dog\"><\/span>How do you correct an aggressive dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best Ways to Handle Aggression in Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Discourage dominant behaviors.<\/li>\n<li>Watch out for signs of resource guarding.<\/li>\n<li>Pay attention to socialization &#8211; both with other pets and strangers.<\/li>\n<li>Use positive reinforcement training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_fix_an_aggressive_puppy\"><\/span>Can you fix an aggressive puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It is possible to modify or change your puppy&#8217;s inappropriate behavior. If you want your puppy to stop unacceptable behavior, consult with a responsible dog trainer who applies positive reinforcement, punishment-free training methods. The trainer must have experience working with aggressive dogs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_puppies_grow_out_of_aggression\"><\/span>Do puppies grow out of aggression?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The odds are good that your puppy&#8217;s disposition is completely normal, but there are exceptions. As a rule, <b>there are warning signs you may have an aggressive puppy.<\/b><b>You need to recognise these warning signs and deal with them, so that they grow out of it.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.k9ofmine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/puppy-biting-another-puppy.jpg\" alt=\"Signs of an Aggressive Puppy: Is My Pup Normal, Or a Terror?\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_puppy_so_aggressive\"><\/span>Why is my puppy so aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are multiple reasons that a dog may exhibit aggression toward family members. The most common causes include <b>conflict aggression, fear-based, defensive aggression, status related aggression, possessive aggression, food guarding aggression and redirected aggression<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_deal_with_an_aggressive_puppy\"><\/span>How do you deal with an aggressive puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Interrupt aggressive puppy biting and growling by standing up and walking away or removing your pooch to her resting area (crate or playpen). Learn how to stop aggressive puppy bitinginterrupt and redirect his attention to an appropriate chew toy any time he bites at your hands during play or petting.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"At_what_age_does_a_puppy_become_aggressive\"><\/span>At what age does a puppy become aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Territorial behavior usually appears as puppies mature into adolescence or adulthood, at <b>one to three years of age. Dogs may show aggressive behavior when they think that one of their family members or friends is in peril. Dogs are a social species.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_sudden_aggression_in_puppies\"><\/span>What causes sudden aggression in puppies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1 Your suddenly aggressive dog <b>may have an injury or an illness that&#8217;s causing major discomfort and stress. Some possible causes of pain include arthritis, bone fractures, internal injuries, various tumors, and lacerations. Other illnesses may affect your dog&#8217;s brain, leading to seemingly unreasonable aggression.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_a_puppy_to_be_very_aggressive\"><\/span>Is it normal for a puppy to be very aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After all, <b>it&#8217;s normal to feel concerned about a puppy&#8217;s aggressive behavior and whether he will grow out of it. More than just destroying things, there&#8217;s also an imminent danger the puppy could cause more harm than good. The odds are good that your puppy&#8217;s disposition is perfectly normal, but there are exceptions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_puppy_is_too_aggressive\"><\/span>What do I do if my puppy is too aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here&#8217;s how:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When your puppy is quiet and relaxed, praise it or give treats.<\/li>\n<li>Give the puppy a time out if it&#8217;s too wound up and snappy.<\/li>\n<li>Set up a dragline indoors or out.<\/li>\n<li>Provide plenty of exercise.<\/li>\n<li>Provide mental stimulation too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.akc.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/aggressive-puppy-biting1.jpg\" alt=\"How Do I Stop My Puppy From Biting My Legs and Clothes? \u2013 American Kennel  Club\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_I_worry_about_puppy_aggression\"><\/span>When should I worry about puppy aggression?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s time to get concerned <b>if your puppy bites a lot or tries to bite you every time you touch the dog. If your puppy aggressively or viciously tries to bite or if a snarl or growl accompany the attempt to bite, you need to take action.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Can an aggressive puppy be cured?What do you do with an aggressive puppy?What are signs of aggression in puppies?Why is my puppy extremely aggressive?How do I fix my aggressive puppy?How do you correct an aggressive dog?Can you fix an aggressive puppy?Do puppies grow out of aggression?Why is my puppy so aggressive?How do&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194328,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[622],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Can-an-aggressive-puppy-be-cured.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160131"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=160131"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160131\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194330,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/160131\/revisions\/194330"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194328"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=160131"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=160131"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=160131"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}